Tag: Ephemera
A poll for the ladies
Tampax once asked; Which one does NOT use Tampax? I think it’s the lady on the upper right. She can’t be bothered with having a…
Fun facts to know and tell
There is something wrong with this, but I can’t quite put my finger on it. Apparently pigs used to brush their teeth with their own…
PIONEER CLUB: The honest Casino
The famed Pioneer Club lays it on the line in this 1948 gaming guide; “Maybe you’ll TAKE the SLOT MACHINES… or vice versa!” Nevermind the…
Be your own boss! Help people avoid butt splinters!
At first glance, I thought this old magazine ad was suggesting that I should start a career in the exciting world of toilet seat repair….
HEY! MATCHBOOKS!
I found a whole shoebox of matchbooks in the office closet! Looks like there are some good old ones in there too. I don’t know…
Service Your Scooter!
Wow, you were supposed to go in every month? Even with that business, this poor guy had to moonlight at the malt shop! I hope…
Street Robbery!
I have an old “Fun with Tom and Betty” primer, it is not as valuable or popular as Dick and Jane. I can kind of…
Patient Pockets
Ever prepared, my mother-in-law kept these extra pockets on hand, for about fifty years I’d guess? It was just in case there was a need…
New Mexico Land Grab
These half acre lots, even back in the 40’s and 50’s, seem like a good deal, with clean water, fresh air, road access… all for…
Worst. Party. Ever.
I was thinking about surprising my wife with a birthday party this year. Our living room is not configured to have people hiding behind the…
